Duffinetti's Restaurant and Lounge

Last night [Thursday, 10/26/23] my wife and I arrived at Duffinetti's Restaurant and Lounge around 6:45 PM with only six occupied tables besides ourselves. There was more than ample coverage for those seven tables with the three servers [two female/one male] on duty at the time. We were seated by the hostess after a few minutes upon arrival who greeted us warmly while thanking us for coming in because the crowd was so small and they obviously needed our business. Within a few minutes more, we each received a glass of water from the bus person. However, we waited at least 25 more minutes while all three servers completely ignored us, never making eye contact, especially the waitress at the table right next to us. At the same time this was going on, I was looking ahead on my phone for another Italian restaurant in the area that was open during the week. Then, my wife looked at me and said, “’let’s go”, which was exactly what I was thinking and preparing for. As we were walking out, the hostess was nowhere to be found to apprise her what had just transpired, which is the very purpose of this unfavorable review. When we arrived at Joey M’s La Piazza Cucina Restaurant, we were welcomed with open arms and received immediate as well as attentive service. The server made us aware that the Early Bird menu on Thursdays was available all evening throughout the off season. After a delicious, four-course meal that was a bargain to boot, it turned out to be a fortuitous night after all! [Not to be confused, the image below was from Joey M's.]

This was a nice shore dining experience. The barmaid was very nice. A few diners having happy hour dinners at the bar. Our party of 4 enjoyed shrimp stuffed with crab meat, smoked Gouda flatbread, salmon, a new seafood risotto, and eggplant parmigiana. Everything served on hot plates by attentive wait staff and appreciated the bread refill. They had a singer during dinner service. There was plenty of parking. I recommend this place.

Upon entering the owner Trish was so welcoming and sat us immediately not even 5 minutes waiting .. table bread was warm crunchy outside and soft inside with a seasoned olive oil dipping .. Appetizers were mussels marinara and crab gnocchi .. Wow is all me and the hubby kept saying when we tasted each plate of food , gnocchi was so soft and pillow fluffy and they are not skippy with the crab, mussels were fresh and not fishy , staff was on point refilling drinks and cleaning up the table. Our waiter was awesome ! Dinner was seafood risotto and chicken franchise again a home run . I cannot explain how great the food is you have to go and try this place. The owner even went out her way to thank us and say come back again 5 star dining guys

I came on a solo trip to wildwood and Dunginetti’s did not disappoint! My mom is from Poland and she makes homemade pierogis, pastas, etc. and the crab gnocchi is the bomb! The pasta is made fresh and MELTS..MELTS…in your mouth. I also ate the Pork Chop (on the bone) and honestly, I am FULL! The portions, the ambiance, and even bartenders all amazing! I highly recommend this establishment, 75 years later you perfect your craft.. one of the “old school” spots with full plates. And an extra bonus: live music when dining!

We have been going to Duffinetti's for about 3 years now and it's part of our vacation schedule to eat there atleast once! They have a dance floor and someone talented is always there performing live the hits of yesteryear and today! The owner is a sweetheart and she always greets us, comes over to see how we have been and how we are doing!

Really nice family owned Italian restaurant. Easily accommodated our party of six on a Friday night. Apps, salads and entrees were all terrific. Deserts were also great. They also had some live music playing which is a nice added touch. It was the best Italian food we had all week. Definitely going back next year....we went back again and it was just as good! Awesome cocktails, apps and salads. Entrees were all terrific.

Last night [Thursday, 10/26/23] my wife and I arrived at Duffinetti's Restaurant and Lounge around 6:45 PM with only six occupied tables besides ourselves. There was more than ample coverage for those seven tables with the three servers [two female/one male] on duty at the time. We were seated by the hostess after a few minutes upon arrival who greeted us warmly while thanking us for coming in because the crowd was so small and they obviously needed our business. Within a few minutes more, we each received a glass of water from the bus person. However, we waited at least 25 more minutes while all three servers completely ignored us, never making eye contact, especially the waitress at the table right next to us. At the same time this was going on, I was looking ahead on my phone for another Italian restaurant in the area that was open during the week. Then, my wife looked at me and said, “’let’s go”, which was exactly what I was thinking and preparing for. As we were walking out, the hostess was nowhere to be found to apprise her what had just transpired, which is the very purpose of this unfavorable review. When we arrived at Joey M’s La Piazza Cucina Restaurant, we were welcomed with open arms and received immediate as well as attentive service. The server made us aware that the Early Bird menu on Thursdays was available all evening throughout the off season. After a delicious, four-course meal that was a bargain to boot, it turned out to be a fortuitous night after all! [Not to be confused, the image below was from Joey M's.]

This was a nice shore dining experience. The barmaid was very nice. A few diners having happy hour dinners at the bar. Our party of 4 enjoyed shrimp stuffed with crab meat, smoked Gouda flatbread, salmon, a new seafood risotto, and eggplant parmigiana. Everything served on hot plates by attentive wait staff and appreciated the bread refill. They had a singer during dinner service. There was plenty of parking. I recommend this place.